Serving 750 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pelham Oaks ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pelham Oaks ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Pelham Oaks's student population of 750 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
750 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
2014
Colors
Black and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
INSPIRE. EMPOWER. ACHIEVE.
School Rankings
Pelham Oaks ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pelham Oaks is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#253 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
29%
12%
Black
18%
31%
White
45%
50%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelham Oaks's ranking?
Pelham Oaks is ranked #253 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Pelham Oaks often compared to?
Pelham Oaksis often viewed alongside schools like Pelham Ridge by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Pelham Oaks?
750 students attend Pelham Oaks.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pelham Oaks students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pelham Oaks?
Pelham Oaks has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pelham Oaks offer ?
Pelham Oaks offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pelham Oaks part of?
Pelham Oaks is part of Pelham City School District.
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